2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Proton Savvy

To start off, 2010 Proton Savvy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 760 kg more than 2010 Proton Savvy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Proton Savvy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Savvy.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Catera 2010 Proton Savvy
Make Cadillac Proton
Model Catera Savvy
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2961 cc 1499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 74 HP
Torque 260 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 204 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 40 L


 

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